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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1933
Page
15
Governor Miriam A. Ferguson sent a message to the Texas legislature urging consideration of imposing an intangible assets tax on all corporations not currently paying a gross receipts tax. She notes approval of a bill taxing tangible assets and a prior measure taxing pipe lines, while her message remains brief.
Former King Alfonso of Spain may visit the Century of Progress exposition in Chicago this summer. He also considers entering the American automobile manufacturing business, according to a high source despite an official denial.
A local official suggested a tax to help balance the budget. The remark noted the levy could fund essential services and stabilize finances, though no formal proposal was announced.
Secretary Wallace directed rapid application of farm rule taxes to support acreage reductions. A state ruling cleared obstacles, allowing processing taxes on major crops and new funding. The plan links a 30 cent per bushel processing tax to a compensatory import tax on foreign wheat. Wheat duty stands at 42 cents, with 30 cents extra import tax to be collected. Wallace cautioned gradual implementation after study of impacts, with growers seeking August 1 timing. Senator Smith calls for cotton field reductions as necessary, proposing about 10 dollars per acre to plow under parts of cotton fields.
Maj Dalrymple, prohibition director, says liberal beer laws have closed at least 50,000 speakeasies. Thousands more will shut as better beer is manufactured.
AUSTIN May 23 17 The senate yesterday killed a resolution to send the attorney general or a department member to Washington to appear before congressional committees in opposition to federal control of the oil industry.
Geneva May 23 Norman H. Davis American ambassador at large secured a compromise at a secret parley of the Big Five on disarmament. An agreement to discuss armed forces, war material and security against war was reached with Germany Britain France and Italy. France insisted security not be sidetracked and refused to cut its army or destroy materiel while assurances were given. Britain in London hailed Roosevelt's views and said a disarmament accord could restore global confidence and prosperity. The Entente allies and regional powers appeared to back revised peace terms.
In Rome on May 23 Premier Mussolini told the Fascist grand council that Europe has escaped a dangerous crisis due to improved world affairs. He credited President Roosevelt with helping to ease tensions and cited Hitler and Roosevelt’s peace appeals as key factors in the current better international situation.
Washington currency talks spark British hope for a triangular stabilization pact among the United States, France, and Great Britain to curb dollar, pound, and franc swings during the world economic conference. Observers note a possible pound-dollar rate near 2.50 as aid to exports, while US officials may prefer around 4.00. Bowen Air reduces fares to 64.53 for Chicago and 112.48 for New York, with daily 11:30 a.m. departures from Winburn. Classified ads advertise seasonable furniture.
The article notes renewed patriotic fervor in Germany after January 30. Schlageter is celebrated as a national hero, with May 27 marking his anniversary and May 24 the start of navy work. Parades feature uniforms, Reichswehr and police detachments, and marching bands. The piece references Hitler’s rise, uniformed display, and a new nationalist mood.
In May 253, Peter Vogel uncovered forty old silver dollars while plowing a garden near Magnolia. The coins were minted in 1883 and were hidden for decades, drawing interest from local historians and collectors.
Fragmented writing describes soaking inflamed feet in hot water with added substances to ease soreness and swelling. The text mentions minutes of soaking, aiming to soften skin and reduce discomfort, though many words are garbled.
The ad touts Penetro as the fastest way to refresh tired feet, claiming it penetrates to increase circulation and end pain within seconds. It emphasizes its stainless white antiseptic nature and offers three sizes 25c 30c and 1 stall druggists.
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